CVE-2017-2957: Use After Free
First published: Wed Jan 11 2017(Updated: )
Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 15.020.20042 and earlier, 15.006.30244 and earlier, 11.0.18 and earlier have an exploitable use after free vulnerability in the JavaScript engine, related to collaboration functionality. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | <=11.0.18 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | <=15.006.30244 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader DC | <=15.020.20042 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | <=15.006.30244 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | <=15.020.20042 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | <=11.0.18 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-2957?
CVE-2017-2957 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-2957?
To fix CVE-2017-2957, users should update Adobe Acrobat Reader or Adobe Acrobat DC to the latest version.
Which Adobe Acrobat Reader versions are affected by CVE-2017-2957?
CVE-2017-2957 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader versions 15.020.20042 and earlier, and 11.0.18 and earlier.
Does CVE-2017-2957 affect Adobe Acrobat DC?
Yes, CVE-2017-2957 affects Adobe Acrobat DC versions 15.020.20042, 15.006.30244 and earlier.
Can CVE-2017-2957 lead to a security breach?
Yes, successful exploitation of CVE-2017-2957 could lead to a security breach through arbitrary code execution.
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